Reiki Blog/News

My husband Bill found this tiny Snapping turtle on our back deck in late June. We had no idea how he got there. You can see how very tiny the baby Snapping turtle is compared to Bill’s finger. It was very early in the year for Snapping turtles to hatch. The usual time of year for turtles to hatch is mid- August

I contacted the Ontario Turtle Conservation Centre and they got back to me very quickly. They asked for our location and found a suitable pond nearby for his release. We do have a creek on our property, but they explained that ponds are best for baby turtles. As soon as my hands got near the little turtle, I started to channel Reiki. This little guy took a huge amount of Reiki! The turtle also received Reiki on his way over to the pond.

We released the turtle in the pond at Ball's Mill Conservation area, which is quite close to our home.

As I released the baby Snapping turtle in the pond, I thanked him for sharing his presence with me and for the gift to be able to offer this little creature Reiki! I love the feather beside him as well. I hadn’t noticed it when I put him in the water.

When I got home, I looked up turtle in the Ted Andrew’s book Animal Speak. It states “that you’ve been going much too fast for too long and to slow down and pace yourself”. That was a very important message for me. The white feather symbolizes angels, faith and protection, also assuring me that I am on the right path in my life.

I have offered Reiki to donkeys, mules, cats and dogs while they are transitioning, and the energy is very calming and comforting. Offering Reiki while an animal is passing away, naturally or with veterinarian assistance, helps the animal to cross over easier, reducing the time and any pain and stress. The animal’s family or care providers will also benefit from the Reiki energy. You can fill the room with Reiki energy and it will help everyone.

Whenever possible, I will usually give the pet or animal a Reiki session before, as well as during, the transition or euthanasia. I find that when animals are palliative or ready to transition they need shorter Reiki sessions. It’s important to talk and communicate with them. While telling them step by step what is going to happen next I send my thoughts and words in pictures to him or her. This allows that, just as for humans, the animal is always in control of the Reiki session.

Grounding is very important when an animal is going to transition. It doesn’t keep them here, but helps to send them to the other side, connecting with universal energy. Grounding will also help with discomfort and the buildup of unwanted energy. Because touching can sometimes upset an animal at this stage, and in some circumstances I offer hands-off Reiki particularly to their feet or tailbone.

It’s equally important to keep yourself grounded as well. You don’t want to become light headed or pick up any unwanted energies. An easy way to ground yourself is visualize yourself as a tree, with your feet growing roots deep into the earth and feeling that grounded connection.

I often use the technique of brushing the energy upward and past the crown chakra as this helps to release the animal’s spirit when they are transitioning. You can also do this in your mind if you see it is either upsetting to the animal or inappropriate to do this at the time. You do not want to get in the veterinarian’s way.

Another valuable practise is to energize a blanket or towel with Reiki for the animal to lie on while being put to sleep or passing away naturally. Put the towel or blanket between your hands or place both hands above the item and send Reiki into it for a few minutes. If you are Reiki Level 2 or above, add your Reiki symbols. You will feel the wonderful energy in it.

Sending distance Reiki to the animal or pet can be another valuable way of helping with Reiki energy. If you can’t physically be there, whether it’s because of the distance or if it is too emotional for you, Reiki is always helpful.

I get very positive support from the veterinarian who attends the animals at PrimRose Donkey Sanctuary. She appreciates the Reiki sessions very much, knowing it helps the animal pass quickly and more peacefully. As well, she has often asked me to clear the excess energy away from the animal after they have passed. This does not keep the animal’s spirits from connecting or communicating with us, but helps them in their transition to the other side.

Justin Credible

Justin Credible lived a very long and happy life at PrimRose Donkey Sanctuary. Justin received regular Reiki sessions since I started volunteering at the sanctuary. He was always very happy to have his Reiki session. I was with Justin offering him Reiki, when he was put to sleep. Justin’s guardian Sheila, a few of the other volunteers and Justin’s cat Boots were also by his side. This photo was taken on that day. Justin was a much loved part of the PrimRose Donkey Sanctuary family. It was very emotional but I know Reiki helped him to go quickly and with less stress. Justin also had frequent Reiki sessions prior to that day.

Russell mule and Animal Reiki

Russell was a very large and wonderful mule who arrived at PrimRose Donkey Sanctuary extremely thin and emaciated. He received lots of love and amazing care at the donkey sanctuary and lived to be 50 years old. He was an amazing mule that loved his Reiki sessions. The first time I met Russell, I offered him Reiki from across the barnyard and he walked over and plopped his jaw into my Reiki hands. I found out later from Sheila that he had some teeth issues. Russell knew exactly where he needed Reiki! It’s amazing how animals know.

Russell knew it was time to go, and I gave him a Reiki session before and during the transition. He knew what was going to happen and was fine with it. He knew it was his time to go. Since Reiki intuitively opens you up, it helps you to easily communicate with the animal.

Elliot

Elliot’s guardian Sheila, along with the vet decided it was time for him to be put to sleep. He was very old and thin and not well. Apparently Elliot had other ideas. When the vet arrived, Sheila picked up Elliot with the intention of having him put to sleep. Elliot gave Sheila a hard bite, so she decided it wasn’t his time to go.

A few days later I was going to the sanctuary to volunteer. As I turned onto the sanctuary road I saw a cat near the road, and it was Elliot. I called the sanctuary and Sheila brought a cat carrier for him. I was giving him Reiki, and very quickly my hands cooled. Elliot had passed away. Sheila was relieved that Elliot had not passed alone, and she knew where he was. She was very pleased that he had received Reiki as he transitioned.

Holly the Reiki Dog

Holly had continuing kidney problems since she was one and a half years old. I know that Reiki had helped her kidneys to work well for her, and it helped her to feel well. Even when she was thirteen years old she had the energy of a much younger dog, and people were often amazed at her actual age.

Holly was put to sleep close to her 14th birthday with me and my husband by her side when she transitioned. She was receiving Reiki, and she went quickly. Holly was such a sweetie; she will forever be in my heart and with me in spirit.

Mittens the Reiki Cat

My cat, Mittens, loved Reiki and would sit on my lap as long as I would give her Reiki. I was with her at the vet’s office when she was put to sleep, and she had her Reiki energized blanket with her. Mittens very quickly fell asleep and transitioned peacefully. It’s not easy to keep yourself grounded when offering Reiki to animals when they are being put to sleep, but it is very important.

I feel a different sensation in my Reiki hands when an animal has passed away naturally than when they have been put to sleep. For some reason as soon as they have passed over naturally my hands stop sending Reiki. When they have been euthanized, my hands continue to send Reiki a bit longer, even though the vet has checked that their heart has stopped.

Always be considerate of your pet or animal and consult a veterinarian. It’s a very difficult decision for anyone to make. We love our pets so much.

If possible it’s a good thing to let our other pet(s) see their animal friend after they have transitioned. This gives them closure, and they will not be looking for their friend. They sense that their friend’s energy is no longer present.

Reiki is such a gift to help an animal’s end of life journey. It does get very emotional, but knowing that I have helped by channelling Reiki energy is very rewarding. Reiki is love.

Susan Rouse, is a Reiki Master Teacher, Animal Reiki Teacher, Therapeutic Touch practitioner and Axiatonal Alignment facilitator. Susan started her journey in energy healing to help her dog Cleo. She loves teaching Reiki to others, showing them how easy it is to use Reiki on themselves, other people and pets.

I met an amazing woman that has rescued numerous animals, birds, squirrels and others. When I walked into the living room, I met a bird, dog and cat. She wanted me to work with her dog and cat with Reiki healing energy. I had connected with her dog and worked on him with distance Reiki. He felt so much better after the Reiki session. He woke the family up the next morning, something he hadn't done since he had gotten ill. He was in much better spirits. I then met him a few days later and did an in person Reiki session. He accepted Reiki from a short distance at first, then hands on over the area that needed more energy. He knew what he needed! What a precious boy and very lucky to have such a wonderful mom. I ended the session and gave him a couple of pats on the head and thanked him for allowing me to work with him.

The cat was in renal failure and accepted Reiki from a short distance, part way through the Reiki session she went to her cat litter pan and urinated. This was excellent! Her mom was worried she was having a problem urinating. Reiki gets bodily functions moving. The Reiki session was done from a short distance but it still works. I know how valuable Reiki is and the animal takes as much as they need. I worked with the cat distance at a later time. She accepted the Reiki distance as well. I energized a towel for both the dog and the cat with Reiki energy. The cat purred when she saw and felt the towel. She loved her Reiki towel!

Reiki healing energy is amazing and helps heal pets, animals, people and plants to their highest and greatest good

I've been teaching the Animal Reiki Workshops at PrimRose Donkey Sanctuary since 2009 and have been called 'the go to person for Animal Reiki'. Part of the proceeds from the workshops are donated to PrimRose Donkey Sanctuary to help with food, shelter and veterinarian care. I also volunteer weekly offering Animal and Equine Reiki sessions to the animals that live there. PrimRose Donkey Sanctuary is home to 28 donkeys, 8 mules, 32 cats, 2 pot bellied pigs, 2 sheep, 2 goats and Justin Credible the dog. Please let me know if you would like to attend this workshop or suggest another date or check the calendar on my website. http://www.cedarcovewellness.com/apps/calendar/

Here's some testimonials from previous Animal Reiki Workshops: "I attended Susan's Animal Reiki Workshop on April 23rd, 2011. Susan is an amazing teacher, very knowledgable and cares strongly about animals and her profession. I learned so much. Thank you Susan for giving me one of the best days of my life! "Julia W. Oakville, ON.

"Hi Susan, This is a big, big thank you for waking me up! As you might recall, I received my Level 1 Reiki about 15-20 years ago and basically did nothing with it. Having found the Animal Reiki class really excited my passion once again for this fabulous energy. My dog Jazz, a 13 yr old , has never liked storms. As he has aged, his ability to cope has decreased.- Panting, pacing, panting, pacing....Our fear was he would have a cardiac arrest. I took him into a closet and offered him a Reiki treatment. After a few minutes he laid down in the closet and fell asleep. I was thrilled for him! Later, the storm has yet to abate, he comes into the bedroom and lies on his mat and returns to a calm, restful sleep. I couldn't be more happy for him. Thank you, thank you, thank you!! " Lesley D, Guelph, ON.

"Susan, thank you again so much for a lovely day yesterday!!!! It will be an experience I will always cherish!!! The photos are great, you captured some beautiful moments. Thanks for all the pictures you are sending. I love photography and I will send a bunch of pics to everyone too today sometime!!! I will most definitely recommend you to anyone who is interested in Animal Reiki!!!! Peace and Gratitude to you!!!!" S.G. Kingston, ON.

"It was quite a wonderful experience (Animal Reiki Workshop). When the first donkey comes over to you to receive Reiki is amazing. Your not sure what to expect if you haven't worked with donkeys, but they are so receptive. Susan has them all spoiled with her healing hands. They know exactly what they want and need. Highly recommend this workshop or any that Susan offers." S.P. Stoney Creek, ON.

Payment for courses, sessions and workshops are now available through Paypal (you can use your credit cards through paypal) on the Cedar Cove Wellness website. You can still pay by cash or cheque in person. You can also pay by email money transfer

I am very blessed to have met so many wonderful, caring people through teaching Reiki and energy work. Please take a couple of minutes to read this heartfelt testimonial:

About a year and a half ago, I was looking for a Reiki course because often my aging dogs would have aches and pains and giving them medication was, in my opinion, not the way to improve their lives and I had heard wonderful things about Reiki. Upon seeing Susan’s website on the internet, I contacted her and arranged to take her level one Reiki course.

Since that time, I’ve been fortunate enough to take the next two levels of Reiki, took the animal Reiki and Pendulum course from Susan. The class sizes were small, fun, friendly and enlightening. We always share a few laughs and that makes learning so much easier. Susan also has monthly practices at Cedar Cove Wellness and I’ve made many new friends and we exchange stories, ideas, giggles and Reiki.

Now, not only my animals benefited from Reiki but the dogs and cats at the local shelters, where I volunteer, are also the recipients of this wonderful gift. I see them transforming and going on to new homes with balanced, positive energy. Oh and my family and friends are also recipients.

Thank you, Susan, my teacher, my mentor and best of all, my friend. You have helped me channel my positive outlook in a more tangible way.

Miss Kitty showed up on our front porch at 4:30 am on November 28th 2011. Our dog Winnie woke us up barking. My husband went downstairs to investigate and heard a meowing from outside the front door. It sounded like a kitten! I went outside and seen an adorable tiny orange kitten on the front step. I had brought leather gloves outside in case this kitten was feral. As soon as I got close to her my Reiki hands turned on and started to send her healing. The cutest little orange kitten snuggled into my neck and I couldn't believe my good fortune! She had the loudest purr for such a tiny kitty, a very lovely purr of gratitude.

I immediately brought her into the house and put her in the laundry room. She opened her mouth to meow and no sound, just a little squeak. I wonder where else she had been meowing. A rectangular dish pan made a make shift cat litter pan and I put the cat carrier with a nice blanket in it on the floor of the laundry room for this baby to sleep in. I gave her some warm diluted evaporated milk from an eye dropper and some canned cat food. This little sweetie didn't even know that food came on a plate. I had to put my finger into the cat food and put it in her mouth. As soon as she found out how good that cat food tasted, she gobbled the food from the plate. It didn't take her long to realize when she seen a plate it meant food!

She was so tiny, where could she have came from? We are rural but there are no barns close by and this baby certainly didn't seem feral. Her little belly was swollen, I think from parasites and lack of food. I went back outide with my flashlight to make sure there were no other kittens or mama cat outside.

This little ball of orange fur was covered in fleas and ticks. I later used a flea comb and powdered her with diatomaceous earth. It was unbelievable that this little girl had so many fleas and ticks. She was so good to be combed. I know she appreciated the love and attention. My hands sent her Reiki healing everytime I was even close to her. She knew that energy made her feel better. She continued to receive daily Reiki sessions to help with her emotional and physical healing.

Miss Kitty Reba Rouse (her middle name is Reba because of her red fur) has become a very loved part of our family. Our dog Winnie and cat Eddie both love her and they will curl up and sleep together. Miss Kitty has received her Animal Reiki attunement, just like all our other fur babies. She likes to help at Reiki courses I teach and Reiki shares, where she will give Reiki to others. She is such a special girl. She's Miss Kitty the Reiki cat!

Have a look at your health insurance. Some companies now cover Reiki treatment sessions (especially if you have Flex Care). Here’s the link to more information about Reiki sessions for people and pets/animals. http://www.cedarcovewellness.com/reikisessions.htm

We will also get together at a later date to practice attunements and go over any questions or concerns. After this course, you may also sit in on First, Second and Reiki Master courses to continue to learn. If interested please call me 905-377-1743 we may have to meet and talk to see if you are ready to take this course. http://www.cedarcovewellness.com/reikilevels123.htm

I will be scheduling another Reiki Master course for August/September.

Morning portion is held at Cedar Cove Wellness, afternoon portion is held at Primrose Donkey Sanctuary doing Reiki sessions with the donkeys, mules, pot bellied pigs and cats. Cost is $85 for Cedar Cove Wellness Reiki students or $110 for others.

First Degree Reiki Level 1 Certification Course: Monday July 9th and Monday July 16th. (this course if fully booked) Or Tuesday August 7th and Thursday August 9th. both days 9 am - 1pm. Cost is $130

Take home the knowledge of how to give yourself, family, friends and pets a Reiki session, receive a Reiki infused crystal & towel, Reiki lineage, First Degree Reiki manual and diploma. Learn how to energize/infuse and enrich items, food and drink with Reiki. Complimentary monthly Reiki Practice group and discounts for workshops for adult students of Cedar Cove Wellness. "Once you have learned Reiki, you have it for life" http://www.cedarcovewellness.com/reikilevels123.htm

Second Degree Reiki Course: Thursday July 19th and Thursday July 26th, both days 9:30 am - 2:30 pm

Cost is $200

Pre-requisite is First Degree Level 1 Reiki

Learn 3 Reiki Symbols, review of First Degree Reiki, mental & emotional healing using affirmations for people and pets, distance/absence healing, Time Release Reiki and much more! I will also give you tips about starting your own Reiki practice. Please see link for more information. http://www.cedarcovewellness.com/reikilevels123.htm

Reiki Kids Course

Tuesday July 24th and Wednesday July 25th both days 10 am - 12:30pm. Or Saturday July 28th 9am - 2pm.

I will schedule a Reiki Kids course for a minimum of 2 children

This is a workshop for children to get in touch with subtle energy and learn simple methods of using Reiki.

Reiki for Teens 13 and up. Reiki for teens helps with self confidence, self healing, dealing with school etc. Reiki empowers you to help yourself and others to heal. After this course, Teens can offer Reiki to themselves, family, friends and pets. Cost is $60. Please see website for dates or contact me to schedule this course.

Take home the knowledge of how to give yourself, family, friends and pets a Reiki session, receive a Reiki infused crystal & towel, Reiki lineage, First Degree Reiki manual and diploma. Learn how to energize/infuse and enrich items, food and drink with Reiki. Complimentary monthly Reiki Practice group and discounts for workshops for adult students of Cedar Cove Wellness. "Once you have learned Reiki, you have it for life" http://www.cedarcovewellness.com/reikilevels123.htm

Introduction to Reiki Session: Thursday May 10th 6:30 - 8:00pm. Cost is $10 Not a certificate course.You will be introduced to the fundamentals of Reiki energy healing.

This session will show you the gentle, non-invasive method of Reiki. If you decide if you to take The Reiki First Degree Course (Reiki Level 1) after this, you get $10 off that course.

We energize seeds with Reiki and feed the chickadees, go on a Reiki nature walk, learn to energize our food and drink with Reiki, blow Reiki bubbles, do Reiki art and learn to use Reiki to help ourselves, family, friends and pets feel better. Take home the ability and knowledge of Reiki, certificate of completion, Reiki Lineage, energized towel and crystal.

After this course the parent or grandparent may take the First Degree Reiki Level 1 Certification Course at no extra charge. Cost is $200 for parent and child. Please inquire about the cost of another child/sibling attending this course.

Enjoy a fun filled creative workshop using the law of attraction to manifest what you desire. Your Vision Board will change your life using images that affect your subconscious and make your vision a reality. Cost is $30.00 to students of Cedar Cove Wellness, $35 to others. http://www.cedarcovewellness.com/visionboardworkshop.htm

Second Degree Reiki Course: Saturday June 23rd and Saturday June 30th, both days 9:30 am - 2:30 pm. Cost is $200 Pre-requisite is First Degree Level 1 Reiki

Learn 3 Reiki Symbols, review of First ...Degree Reiki, mental & emotional healing using affirmations for people and pets, distance/absence healing, Time Release Reiki and much more! Please see link for more information. http://www.cedarcovewellness.com/reikilevels123.htm

Please have a look at the calendar on my website for these and other courses.

Sunday June 3rd 1-3 pm. Enjoy a fun filled creative workshop using the law of attraction to manifest what you desire. Your Vision Board will change your life using images that affect your subconscious and make your vision a reality.

Workshop includes: Meditation, being grounded and focused on your vision/dreams, how to use abundance cheques and more!

Please bring a photo or photos of yourself smiling, looking very pleased and extremely happy.

You may also bring images printed from the Internet, magazines, affirmations or items that may be glued to your vision/dream board.

I will provide the blank vision/dream board, and will have magazines, pictures and lots of other items and embellishments to use. Snacks, tea and water provided.

Friday April 13th and Saturday April 14th - both days 9:30 am - 2:30 pm.

Learn the three symbols, mental/emotion healing, distance healing, and time release Reiki. Also, how to use Second Degree Reiki for people and pets. If you are thinking about offering Reiki professionally, this is the class for you.

There are two openings available for this class. Pre-requisite is First Degree Reiki (Level 1 Reiki).

Animal Reiki sessions are $40 and I will come to your home in the Cobourg/Port Hope area.

Reiki attunements are available for pets/animals, if needed and will be included in the price of the animal Reiki session. Reiki attunements open pets and animals to more healing.

I offer discounts for multiple Reiki sessions (in person, pets/animals and distance) After receiving 5 Reiki sessions (same person/pet) you get the 6th one free!

Reiki Practice/Share

There will not be a Reiki practice on Easter Monday April 9th. April’s practice will be on Saturday April 21st 1-3 pm. This will give others a chance to attend that can’t usually attend a Monday evening practice. May’s Reiki practice will be on Monday May 14th 7-9 pm.

I truly believe Reiki attunements for animals and pets help them to heal both physically and emotionally. It also helps them to heal others as well. They are so open to healing and have such huge hearts, they will help us and others to feel better whenever they can.

I have attuned all kinds of animals and pets to Reiki. My own pets including dogs, cats and fish, the donkeys and others at PrimRose Donkey Sanctuary and other people’s pets. I have also offered Reiki attunements to wildlife. I haven’t had any animal or pet refuse a Reiki attunement. But that is their choice. I always respect their wishes.

Our dog Winnie has her second level Reiki attunement, she attends the Reiki courses and Reiki shares that I hold. She would lay at the foot of my mother in laws bed and send Reiki healing and grounding to her.

Eddie our cat is attuned to the second level of Reiki as well. At one of the second level Reiki courses he actually laid beside a student on the Reiki table and put his paws on her feet. He fell asleep and snored while still holding her feet. Miss Kitty our kitten was attuned to Reiki shortly after she showed up on our front door step.

Holly who is on the other side had her Reiki Master attunement and would stay with me while I attuned students. The attunement also helped her to heal and she lived until almost 14 years old despite having kidney problems since she was one and a half years old.

I do include Reiki attunements for animals in my Animal Reiki treatment sessions. If I feel the pet or animal needs their Reiki attunement I will offer it to them. Attuning them to Reiki can have a huge impact on their health. I have had some amazing improvements both physically and emotionally after they have accepted the Reiki attunement.

So yes I do believe animals and pets should be attuned to Reiki. Why not? It can only benefit themselves and others.

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